Macron Urges Algeria to Revisit Immigration Agreements and Restore Diplomatic Trust

The French president calls for renewed cooperation with Algeria, emphasizing security and rejecting unilateral actions in the wake of escalating tensions.

Emmanuel Macron has called for Algeria to reengage in discussions on immigration agreements, emphasizing the need for direct dialogue instead of public disputes.
Tensions between France and Algeria have escalated over issues including Algeria's refusal to accept deported nationals and the detention of a Franco-Algerian writer.
Macron stressed that the 1994 agreements on the return of irregular migrants must be fully respected and highlighted existing cooperation between the two countries.
The French president ruled out unilaterally ending the 1968 bilateral agreements, which grant Algerians special residency and employment rights in France, despite domestic debates on the issue.
Macron also expressed concern over the health and detention of writer Boualem Sansal, calling it a key issue to resolve for rebuilding trust between the nations.